Demand Planner

Lactalis USA; Buffalo (NY); In loco; USD 70.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Paid Time Off from day one

Education Reimbursement

Retirement plan contributions

Descrizione del lavoro

Lactalis USA in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Demand Planner to strengthen our forecasting and supply chain planning. You will drive S&OP forecasting processes, analyze data from Sales, Central Planning and Customer Service, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to improve forecast accuracy.

The role emphasizes data analysis, ERP tools and BI skills, with opportunities to lead process improvements, train junior staff, and support a safe, high‑performing work environment within Lactalis.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Majors in Supply Chain, Finance, or Statistics is preferred.
• 2+ years of Demand Planning experience is preferred.
• Experience in the Food Industry, Relative Supply Chain, or Financial Analysis preferred.
• APICS/CPIM certification is a plus.
• Ability to learn and use FuturMaster, Kinaxis, Stratum, and AS/400.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Power BI and Excel, including Pivot Tables.
• Strong communication skills to work with cross-functional teams.

Mansioni

• Continuously improve the sales forecasting process within the S&OP process.
• Drive the CDP process with Commercial and Finance to align forecast with the Consensus Demand Plan.
• Obtain and analyze data from industry, Sales force, Central Planning, and Customer Service.
• Regularly validate forecast splits down to Item/D.C./week level and adjust DC week forecasts.
• Produce and publish CDP reports and forecast accuracy metrics; explain variances.
• Analyze buying patterns of key customers and forecast incentives and new product reactions.
• Work with Demand Planning manager on projects and drive new processes.
• Communicate with Central Supply Planner(s) to identify challenges.
• Perform ongoing analysis of factors affecting forecasts and develop timely forecasts.
• Provide training to new demand planners or associate demand planners.

Conoscenze

Demand planning

APICS CPIM

FuturMaster

Kinaxis

Stratum

AS/400

Power BI

Microsoft Excel

Pivot tables

Cross-functional communication

Formazione

Bachelor's degree preferred

Majors in Supply Chain, Finance, or Statistics preferred

Strumenti

FuturMaster

Kinaxis

Stratum

AS/400

Power BI

Microsoft Excel

Descrizione del lavoro

Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose.

At Lactalis in the USA, we’re committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive—whether you’re just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.

As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family‑owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we’re proud to produce award‑winning dairy products that bring people together.

In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani® Italian cheeses and ricotta, Président® specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft® natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone’s® cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel®, Black Diamond® cheddar, and Parmalat® milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi’s®, Stonyfield Organic®, Brown Cow™, Oui®, Yoplait®, Go-Gurt®, :ratio®, Green Mountain Creamery®, and Mountain High®, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun®, Gopi®, and Arz®.

At Lactalis, we live by our core values—Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone’s unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.

We are currently hiring a Demand Planner based in Buffalo, NY.

Key Responsibilities For This Position Include

• Continuously improve the sales forecasting process within the S&OP process.
• Drive the CDP process with Commercial and Finance teams to align the financial forecast with the Consensus Demand Plan. Any significant variances need to be analyzed for clarity.
• Obtain and analyze data from the industry, the Sales force, Central Planning, and the Customer Service Department for inclusion into the rolling short‑term and long‑term demand forecast.
• Regularly validate forecast splits down to the Item/D.C./week level. Adjust the short‑term D.C. week forecasts as necessary to support effective deployment of inventory.
• Produce and publish CDP reports and forecast accuracy metrics. Explain variances, note uncertainty, and highlight risk areas. Ensure clear presentational skills for audiences not familiar with department tools and verbiage.
• Analyze buying patterns of key customers and predict how they will react to incentives. Analyze market response to new products and use this to develop forecasts for new items not yet introduced.
• Work directly with Demand Planning manager on projects, and drive change with implementing new processes when applicable.
• Regularly communicate with Central Supply Planner(s) to identify any challenges and/or bottlenecks.
• Perform ongoing analysis of factors affecting forecasts and develop forecasts in a timely manner for communication.
• Provide any necessary training to new demand planners or associate demand planners.

WORK CONDITIONS

• Travel may be required occasionally.
• Extended hours may be necessary depending on the project needs.
• To fulfill these responsibilities, tools such as a computer, phone or, and / or allowance(s) may be provided.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties and responsibilities.
• This position requires physical presence in the office, in accordance with the guidelines of the Hybrid Work Policy.
• Demonstrate commitment to a safe working environment that promotes the health and well‑being of all employees and that will further contribute to the Company’s overall performance and success.

Qualified Applicants Will Contribute The Following

Education

• Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Majors in Supply Chain, Finance, or Statistics is preferred.

Experience

• 2+ years of Demand Planning experience is preferred.
• Experience in the Food Industry, Relative Supply Chain, or Financial Analysis preferred.

Skills, Specific Knowledge And Certifications

• The following certifications are a plus for this role: APICS or CPIM.
• Ability to learn and use FuturMaster, Kinaxis, Stratum, and AS/400.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, especially Power BI, Microsoft Excel and ability to work with Pivot Tables.
• Strong communication skills to effectively work with cross functional teams in a clear and concise format for all pertinent audiences.

Requirements

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally‑recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities. Further, any division of the Company that is an affirmative action employer will comply with all related legal obligations.